Thurman goes the distance

Iannuzzi KOs "The Contender's" Alexander

Undefeated welterweight knockout artist Keith “One Time” Thurman was taken the distance for the first time, winning an 8 round unanimous decision over Edvan Barros on One Punch Productions final “Ballroom Brawl” of 2009 Friday night at the Hyatt Regency in Tampa, Florida. Thurman dropped Barros with a body shot in the 7th, however Barros showed his experience in tying Thurman up and making it to the final bell. Scores were 80-71, and 79-72 twice. With the win Thurman goes to 11-0, 10 KOs.

Also on the card cruiserweight Nick Iannuzzi (13-1, 8 KOs) returned to previous form with a suprising knockout of “The Contender” alumni Michael Alexander (12-4). Iannuzzi, coming off a knockout loss to Harvey Jolly, floored Alexander in the second round. Alexander managed to get to his feet by the count of 10, but was in no shape to continue and the bout was waved off.